Active
Playful
Happy
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Obedient
Devoted
Lively
Gentle
Steady
Spirited
Assertive

Playful
Loving
Independent
Happy
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet

Shih Apsos are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Crested Beagles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu

Beagle and Chinese Crested

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Shih Apsos are known for their coat length.

Crested Beagles have short coats.

Wavy

Wiry

A Shih Apso can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Crested Beagle can have a litter of 2-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Shih Apsos are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Crested Beagles are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Kidney Problems
Liver Problems
Bladder Stones and Infections

Pulmonic Stenosis
Retinal Dysplasia
Nightblindness
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism

Ear Infections
Allergies
Eye Disease
Hernia
Reverse Sneezing
Dental Problems

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Deafness
Allergies
Epilepsy
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Eye Problems
Mitral Valve Disease
Dental Disease
Cervical Vertebral Instability

Wellness Check
Chest X-rays
Dental and Oral Examinations
Clinical Exam
Eye and Ear Examination

Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Complete Blood Work

Shih Apso has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Crested Beagle has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Walking, Tracking, Nose work, Freestyle, Fetch, Long walks, Loves swimming, Playing Ball, Holidays, Sleeping, Eating Snacks, Toys, Walk, Brushing, Chase, Shake, Walks, family, W, Walks, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Play, Running, Cuddles, Family play, Hiking, Playdate, Shake hands, Discipline, Stay

Farting, Play, Nap, Chase, Cuddling, Plqying fetch

Shih Apsos are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Shih Apso dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Crested Beagles are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shih Apso, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Crested Beagle, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shih Apsos usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Crested Beagles usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Shih Apsos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Crested Beagle has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Shih Apso should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Crested Beagle should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Comb
Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Shih Apso is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Crested Beagle is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Shih Apsos make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Crested Beagle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Shih Apsos are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Crested Beagles make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Shih Apsos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Crested Beagles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Shih Apsos are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Crested Beagles are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Shih Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Crested Beagles are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Shih Apsos have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Crested Beagles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Shih Apsos are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Crested Beagles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.